Peterson Farm, Falmouth, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
26-Nov-2022 08:00 – 09:30
Checklist Comments:    SSBC/BBC trip, Glenn d’Entremont leader
Mourning Dove  3
Red-bellied Woodpecker  2
Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)  2
Hammond’s Flycatcher  1    continuing at the NW corner of field, morning sun heated up area and out wind, feeding actively from fence line to bushes
Blue Jay  9
American Crow  6
Black-capped Chickadee  6
Carolina Wren  3
Gray Catbird  2
Eastern Bluebird  5
American Robin  5
House Sparrow  X
House Finch  3
American Goldfinch  10
Dark-eyed Junco (Slate-colored)  4
White-throated Sparrow  6
Song Sparrow  5
Brown-headed Cowbird  1
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)  3
Northern Cardinal  4
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S123111529
Shining Sea Bike Path, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
26-Nov-2022 09:15 – 12:00
Mallard  6
Greater Scaup  158
Lesser Scaup  4
Bufflehead  2
Common Goldeneye  3
Hooded Merganser  5
Red-breasted Merganser  14
Rock Pigeon (Feral Pigeon)  X
Great Blue Heron (Great Blue)  1
Sharp-shinned Hawk  1
Red-tailed Hawk  2
Red-bellied Woodpecker  1
Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)  2
Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)  1
Blue Jay  4
American Crow  2
Black-capped Chickadee  13
Tufted Titmouse  3
Ruby-crowned Kinglet  1
Golden-crowned Kinglet  1
White-breasted Nuthatch (Eastern)  1
Carolina Wren  3
European Starling  X
American Robin  3
Cedar Waxwing  6
House Finch  8
American Goldfinch  5
White-throated Sparrow  2
Song Sparrow  6
Eastern Towhee  1
Baltimore Oriole  1
Orange-crowned Warbler (Gray-headed)  2
Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)  3
Northern Cardinal  7
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S123111528
Falmouth ponds, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
26-Nov-2022 12:45 – 14:30
Canada Goose  5
Mute Swan  6
Gadwall  11
American Wigeon  26
Mallard  17
American Black Duck  9
Ring-necked Duck  11
Greater Scaup  100
Lesser Scaup  3
Common Eider (Dresser’s)  3
Surf Scoter  6
Long-tailed Duck  8
Bufflehead  225
Hooded Merganser  31
Red-breasted Merganser  2
Pied-billed Grebe  1
Common Loon  7
Great Blue Heron (Great Blue)  1
Red-tailed Hawk  1
Song Sparrow  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S123111526
Marstons Mills Pond, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
26-Nov-2022 14:45 – 15:00
Mute Swan  1
Blue-winged Teal  1
Gadwall  12
American Wigeon  4
Mallard  10
Northern Pintail  3
Green-winged Teal (American)  5
Ring-necked Duck  3
American Coot  2
Red-bellied Woodpecker  1
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S123111522
Sandwich-mouth of canal, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
26-Nov-2022 15:45 – 16:15
Common Eider (Dresser’s)  175
Harlequin Duck  1    female
Surf Scoter  1
White-winged Scoter  50
Black Scoter  60
Ring-billed Gull  X
Herring Gull (American)  X
Great Black-backed Gull  X
Red-throated Loon  12
Common Loon  65    two large groups and likely undercounted, ~40, ~20
Northern Gannet  2
Great Cormorant (North Atlantic)  1
Double-crested Cormorant  2    imm
Horned Lark  1    flyover calling, could have been more
View this checklist online at https://ebird.org/checklist/S123111520
Bourne, Barnstable, Massachusetts, US
Fish Crow  3

2024 Year in Review!

Photo credit: Manomet Photo credit Jennifer Thornton Thanks to our inspired volunteer Board, committee members, and field trip leaders, the Brookline Bird Club enjoyed impressive successes during 2024.  Our volunteer trip leaders and enthusiastic participants

ANNUAL REPORT 2023

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 275 species for 2023, based upon 200 trips reported from Massachusetts, and those from out of state.  We recorded 267 species in Massachusetts, three more than 2022, with 8

ANNUAL REPORT 2022

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 276 species for 2022, based upon 204 reported trips. Of those, 264 species were recorded in Massachusetts, with 12 additional species reported from the out-of-state trips to New Hampshire

ANNUAL REPORT 2021

Brookline Bird Club 2021 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 270 species for 2021, based upon 206 reported trips. Two-hundred and sixty-five species were recorded in Massachusetts,

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2024 Year in Review!

Photo credit: Manomet Photo credit Jennifer Thornton Thanks to our inspired volunteer Board, committee members, and field trip leaders, the Brookline Bird Club enjoyed impressive successes during 2024.  Our volunteer trip leaders and enthusiastic participants

ANNUAL REPORT 2023

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 275 species for 2023, based upon 200 trips reported from Massachusetts, and those from out of state.  We recorded 267 species in Massachusetts, three more than 2022, with 8

ANNUAL REPORT 2022

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 276 species for 2022, based upon 204 reported trips. Of those, 264 species were recorded in Massachusetts, with 12 additional species reported from the out-of-state trips to New Hampshire

ANNUAL REPORT 2021

Brookline Bird Club 2021 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 270 species for 2021, based upon 206 reported trips. Two-hundred and sixty-five species were recorded in Massachusetts,

Renew membership now!

Calling all BBC members - annual memberships expire December 31st 2024. Renew today for the 2025 calendar year to continue uninterrupted access to member benefits including our blue book mailings, member webinars, and more! Membership

2024 Year in Review!

Photo credit: Manomet Photo credit Jennifer Thornton Thanks to our inspired volunteer Board, committee members, and field trip leaders, the Brookline Bird Club enjoyed impressive successes during 2024.  Our volunteer trip leaders and enthusiastic participants

ANNUAL REPORT 2023

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 275 species for 2023, based upon 200 trips reported from Massachusetts, and those from out of state.  We recorded 267 species in Massachusetts, three more than 2022, with 8

ANNUAL REPORT 2022

The Brookline Bird Club (BBC) recorded 276 species for 2022, based upon 204 reported trips. Of those, 264 species were recorded in Massachusetts, with 12 additional species reported from the out-of-state trips to New Hampshire

ANNUAL REPORT 2021

Brookline Bird Club 2021 Statistical and Year-End Report By David Scott, Club Statistician The Brookline Bird Club recorded 270 species for 2021, based upon 206 reported trips. Two-hundred and sixty-five species were recorded in Massachusetts,

Renew membership now!

Calling all BBC members - annual memberships expire December 31st 2024. Renew today for the 2025 calendar year to continue uninterrupted access to member benefits including our blue book mailings, member webinars, and more! Membership

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  • Revere Beach Pop-up trip for Gulls (Gullapalooza)

    Revere Beach State Police Barracks and Public Restrooms 220 Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA, United States

    We are adding a trip to Revere Beach where a lot of gulls are present due to winter storms throwing up or exposing clams on the beach for them to eat. Large number of gulls including possibly rare gulls are there. We'll do our best to sort through the gulls for rare ones and to

  • Cape Ann

    Gloucester - Fisherman's Monument Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, 60 Western Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States

    We will search for alcids and other wintering seabirds. Be prepared for cold and windy weather. If inclement weather is predicted, contact the leader by 6:00 pm the previous evening.

  • Early Birders @ Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway

    Boston - Milton Landing & Neponset River Greenway 88 Wharf Street, Milton, MA, United States

    Join fellow birders in their 20s-30s for a leisurely bird walk along the Neponset River Greenway bike path! Starting at the Milton boat launch to check for nearby birds, we will walk approximately a mile or so towards Dorchester and back along the bike path in search for songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, and gulls. Whether you’re

  • Halibut Point State Park, Rockport

    Rockport - Halibut Point State Park Halibut Point State Park, Rockport, MA, United States

    A two-hour walk, about 1.5 miles, over easy to moderate gravel roads and trails in search of seasonal specialties. Boots advisable. Restrooms are available. In case of inclement weather check with the leader night before trip.

  • Castle Island & Pleasure Bay

    South Boston - Castle Island Parking Lot, 2080 Day Blvd. 2080 Day Blvd., Boston, MA, United States

    Join us to observe resident birds and winter migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite for many bird species, including uncommon and rare birds. Dress warmly and be prepared for snow/ice, cold, and wind. Expect to walk approximately 2 miles on paved/level paths. Boots & Yak Traks or similar antiskid footwear recommended

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